Gov. Spanberger’s Office announced Thursday that the Governor had signed into law legislation to incrementally increase the state minimum wage to $15 per hour, secure stronger wages for Virginians who feed and fuel the Commonwealth and connect more Virginians with career opportunities.

As Virginia welcomes 2026, a significant change is coming to paychecks across the state. Starting Monday, the minimum wage will increase to $12.77 an hour — a 36-cent raise.

Virginia will move one step closer to a $15 minimum wage on Saturday.